The document outlines the importance of conducting a client consultation before providing any hair or beauty services. During the consultation, the consultant will look for any non-infectious or infectious conditions and ask the client questions to determine if the planned services can be provided safely. The consultant needs to understand the client's hair goals, previous chemical treatments, any allergies or medical conditions, and pregnancy status to ensure precautions are taken.

1. Client Consultation
• Before you carry out any service you must give
the client a consultation. It is through this
consultation that will determine if you will carry
out a service and what precautions will have to
be taken. You will be looking for non-infectious
conditions and infectious conditions. You will
then have to carry out an open questioning
session as we need answers from the client.

2. Client consultation
• Non-infectious - psoriasis, eczema, sensitive skin, over processed
hair, may suspect metallic salts, cuts and abrasions/
• Infectious – head lice, impetigo, ringworm, and scabies.
Here is a list of question you need to ask.
• What style did you have in mind, use visual aids such as
photographs, magazines?
• What type of curl do you want e.g. soft, tight?
• Have you had any other chemicals on your hair, if so how long ago?
• Have you ever had an allergic reaction to any hairdressing
services?
• Do you have allergies to nickel, fruit or anything else?
• Are you on any medical medication? If so has your doctor giving you
any advice concerning chemical services.
• Are you pregnant?